Medi-Cal

Health Net Providing Special Assistance to Members Affected by Wildfires, Flash Flooding

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Wednesday, November 23, 2022
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SACRAMENTO, Calif, Nov. 22, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to Gov. Gavin Newsom's declared state of emergencies in Alpine, El Dorado, Inyo, Los Angeles and Placer counties, Health Net is providing special assistance to assist members affected by the wildfires and flash flooding. Health Net wants to ensure its members have access to essential prescription medications, critical Health Net information and other healthcare services should their services be interrupted.

Key Points: 
  • Gavin Newsom's declared state of emergencies in Alpine, El Dorado, Inyo, Los Angeles and Placer counties, Health Net is providing special assistance to assist members affected by the wildfires and flash flooding.
  • Health Net wants to ensure its members have access to essential prescription medications, critical Health Net information and other healthcare services should their services be interrupted.
  • Health Net also offers access to substance abuse programs, behavioral health services, employee assistance programs and managed health care products related to prescription drugs.
  • We offer these health plans and services through Health Net, LLC and its subsidiaries: Health Net of California, Inc., Health Net Life Insurance Company and Health Net Community Solutions, Inc.

First California Lab to offer All-in-One RSV, COVID-19, Influenza A/B Test for Schools, Individuals, and Businesses

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022
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FREMONT, Calif., Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- My Care Labs, a California infectious disease testing laboratory, announces availability of all-in-one RSV, COVID-19, and Influenza A/B test kits for schools, individuals, and businesses. Our new combo test diagnoses individuals for four diseases in one easy, accurate test. Unfortunately, RSV hospitalizations are ramping up among children and elderly alongside Covid-19 and Flu, with a surge of cases seen weeks earlier than the normal winter season.

Key Points: 
  • My Care Labs, a California infectious disease testing laboratory, announces availability of all-in-one RSV, COVID-19, and Influenza A/B test kits for schools, individuals, and businesses.
  • FREMONT, Calif., Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- My Care Labs, a California infectious disease testing laboratory, announces availability of all-in-one RSV, COVID-19, and Influenza A/B test kits for schools, individuals, and businesses.
  • Our new combo test diagnoses individuals for four diseases in one easy, accurate test.
  • My Care Labs is launching a 4-panel combo test this month for RSV, all Covid-19 variants, and Influenza A and B.

NOTICE OF DATA BREACH INCIDENT

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Friday, November 11, 2022
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recently became aware of a data breach incident involving a break-in of a locked storage cabinet in the locked basement of the office building.

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  • recently became aware of a data breach incident involving a break-in of a locked storage cabinet in the locked basement of the office building.
  • We first discovered missing documents on September 6, 2022, following a minor flood in the basement.
  • There have been no previous incidents and we cannot determine whether the break-in occurred prior to, or in association with, the flooding incident in the basement.
  • If you choose to place a fraud alert, please contact one of the three major credit agencies directly at:

Molina Healthcare of California Partners with BeMe Health to Offer Mental Health Support App for Teen Members

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022
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Molina Healthcare of California (Molina) has partnered with BeMe Health (BeMe) , a digital behavioral health company, to provide Molina Medi-Cal members, ages 13 to 19, with access to digital tools, content, and support designed to tackle some of the most prevalent mental and social challenges facing todays teens.

Key Points: 
  • Molina Healthcare of California (Molina) has partnered with BeMe Health (BeMe) , a digital behavioral health company, to provide Molina Medi-Cal members, ages 13 to 19, with access to digital tools, content, and support designed to tackle some of the most prevalent mental and social challenges facing todays teens.
  • Molina is dedicated to improving the lives and well-being of its members and communities, said Abbie Totten, plan president of Molina Healthcare of California.
  • We share a vision with Molina that innovative services are needed to tackle the teen mental health crisis, said Nicki Tessler, CEO of BeMe Health.
  • BeMe Health is a digital behavioral health company that delivers mental health interventions designed specifically for teens.

Medi-Cal families receive discounted internet services

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Monday, October 31, 2022
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RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif., Oct. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- If the pandemic taught us anything, it highlighted how critical access to internet and digital services are to our well-being in this modern world.

Key Points: 
  • RANCHO CUCAMONGA, Calif., Oct. 31, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- If the pandemic taught us anything, it highlighted how critical access to internet and digital services are to our well-being in this modern world.
  • More than a dozen Inland Empire families are now connected to the internet at discounted rates, thanks to Get Connected California!
  • The Affordable Connectivity Program is a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) benefit that helps ensure households can afford internet services they need for work, school, healthcare and more.
  • The benefit provides a discount of up to $30 per month towards internet access and offers discounts on laptops, desktop computers, or tablets to eligible households.

In Anticipation of a Tough Flu Season, L.A. Care and Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plans' Community Resource Centers Host Free Flu and COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics in L.A. County

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Thursday, October 27, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, Oct. 27, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- While the U.S. saw low levels of flu activity the past two years, many health experts are now projecting that a potentially severe flu season is due, in part, to relaxed pandemic safety measures – such as lifted mask mandates – and winter infection trends in Southern Hemisphere countries. To address those concerns, L.A. Care and Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plans' Community Resource Centers will offer members and the public free flu and COVID-19 vaccines at several upcoming clinics throughout Los Angeles County.

Key Points: 
  • To address those concerns, L.A. Care and Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plans' Community Resource Centers will offer members and the public free flu and COVID-19 vaccines at several upcoming clinics throughout Los Angeles County.
  • The vaccine clinics will also give visitors a chance to see the variety of services offered at the L.A. Care and Blue Shield Promise Community Resource Centers.
  • The following is a list of the flu and COVID-19 clinics hosted by L.A. Care and Blue Shield Promise.
  • Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan is a managed care organization, wholly owned by Blue Shield of California, offering Medi-Cal and Cal MediConnect.

Santa Clara Family Health Plan announces the launch of its Children's Vaccination Readiness Initiative with distribution of children's book to fight vaccine hesitancy

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Monday, October 17, 2022
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SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 17, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Santa Clara Family Health Plan will partner with local community-based organizations and public libraries to distribute Lily the Llama Helps Her Herd, a children's book written by Stanford graduate Emma Rashes to promote COVID-19 vaccines for children.

Key Points: 
  • The Children's Vaccination Readiness Initiative is in response to low vaccine rates amongst high-risk population groups.
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan (SCFHP) is a local, community-based health plan dedicated to creating opportunities for better health and wellness for all.
  • A lesson plan for Lily the Llama, which includes a link to a free eBook, can be found here .
  • Chelsea Byom, Santa Clara Family Health Plan, 408-680-3175, [email protected]

Health Net Providing Special Assistance to Members Affected by Wildfires

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Friday, October 14, 2022
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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- In response to Gov. Gavin Newsom's declared state of emergency in Madera, Modoc and Siskiyou counties, Health Net is providing special assistance to ensure its members affected by the ongoing wildfires have access to essential prescription medications and other healthcare services to help them cope with grief, loss, stress or trauma.

Key Points: 
  • Doctors and nurse practitioners can call Health Net at 1-800-641-7761 for help with:
    Depending on how long the members need additional assistance, Health Net may take additional steps to ensure its members have access to necessary healthcare services as necessary.
  • At Health Net, we believe every person deserves a safety net for their health, regardless of age, income, employment status or current state of health.
  • Health Net also offers access to substance abuse programs, behavioral health services, employee assistance programs and managed health care products related to prescription drugs.
  • We offer these health plans and services through Health Net, LLC and its subsidiaries: Health Net of California, Inc., Health Net Life Insurance Company and Health Net Community Solutions, Inc.

Shasta County Advances Adoption of the Netsmart Platform to Support CalAIM and Achieve Whole-Person Care for California Residents

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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Netsmart and the Shasta County Health & Human Services Agency today announced an extended partnership leveraging advanced solutions and services of the Netsmart CareFabric platform to provide whole-person care to California residents.

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  • Netsmart and the Shasta County Health & Human Services Agency today announced an extended partnership leveraging advanced solutions and services of the Netsmart CareFabric platform to provide whole-person care to California residents.
  • Shasta County will utilize several components of the CareFabric platform to support CalAIM program initiatives, including data analytics, consumer engagement, telehealth and care coordination tools.
  • CalAIM promises to strengthen Medi-Cal by offering individuals a more person-centered approach to providing and receiving care in all aspects of life.
  • The agencies using the Netsmart platform will benefit from next-generation technology that strengthens enhanced care management and community support services.

DocGo Expands Partnership with West PACE to Launch Innovative Remote Patient Monitoring Pilot

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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DocGo (Nasdaq: DCGO), a leading provider of last-mile mobile health services, announced today that it will build upon its existing partnership with Gary and Mary West PACE (West PACE) and introduce a revolutionary remote patient monitoring (RPM) solution.

Key Points: 
  • DocGo (Nasdaq: DCGO), a leading provider of last-mile mobile health services, announced today that it will build upon its existing partnership with Gary and Mary West PACE (West PACE) and introduce a revolutionary remote patient monitoring (RPM) solution.
  • The RPM pilot program is with West PACE, a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, and funded through a research collaboration with West Health Institute .
  • In March 2022, DocGo and West PACE announced a collaboration allowing DocGo to provide rapid, in-home, non-emergency, mobile health services to PACE participants aged 55 and older within the San Diego market.
  • Remote Patient Monitoring is another way for us to continually enhance the care that we provide to our vulnerable seniors.